Pilatus PC-12MSFS 2024 Startup Checklist · 112 steps
Pilatus PC-12
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AIRCRAFT BRIEF
The Pilatus PC-12 is the world's best-selling pressurized single-engine turboprop, with over 1,900 delivered since its first flight in 1991. Designed in Switzerland around the Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A engine, the PC-12 uniquely combines executive transport capability with true utility versatility - it can carry a stretcher patient in the rear, operate from unpaved airstrips, and cruise at 280+ knots at altitude. The PC-12 NG and NGX variants introduced the Honeywell Apex avionics suite and further refined the platform into one of aviation's most capable and beloved single-engine turboprops.
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SPECIFICATIONS
manufacturerPilatus Aircraft Ltd
first Flight1991
roleSingle-engine pressurized utility turboprop
crew1-2 pilots + up to 9 passengers
engines1x Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-67P (1,200 shp)
max Speed537 km/h (290 kts)
range3,340 km (1,803 nmi)
ceiling30,000 ft
weight4,740 kg (MTOW)
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF)NOTE: PC-12 is FIKI certified. Check icing conditions, ceiling, visibility, and destination alternates. | REVIEWED | |
| 02 | NOTAMs | REVIEWED | |
| 03 | Fuel RequiredNOTE: Total fuel 1,182 kg (usable). Burn ~190-250 kg/hr at cruise. Plan with 45-minute reserve. | CALCULATED | |
| 04 | Weight & BalanceCAUTION: MTOW 4,740 kg (9,921 lbs). MLW 4,500 kg. CG within forward and aft limits. | WITHIN LIMITS | |
| 05 | Takeoff PerformanceNOTE: PC-12 excels on short/unpaved strips. Account for density altitude and contamination. | CALCULATED | |
| 06 | Route / Flight PlanNOTE: Enter route into Honeywell Apex (Primus Epic) avionics suite. | PREPARED & LOADED | |
| 07 | ATIS | OBTAINED | |
| 08 | GSX - Fuel TruckNOTE: GSX menu: Refuel Aircraft. Verify fuel load against OFP. | REFUEL COMPLETE |
PHS 2 — Pre-Flight Exterior9 steps
| 01 | Fuel QuantityNOTE: Check both wing tanks via caps. | VISUALLY CONFIRMED | |
| 02 | Fuel Sumps / DrainWARNING: Drain wing, crossfeed, and engine sumps. Any contamination requires investigation. | DRAINED - NO WATER | |
| 03 | Engine OilNOTE: Pratt and Whitney PT6A oil level acceptable range 8-12 quarts. | LEVEL CHECKED | |
| 04 | Propeller | NO NICKS / DAMAGE / OIL SEEPAGE | |
| 05 | Air Inlet / ExhaustNOTE: PT6A has inlet and exhaust on same side. Check for debris and bird nests. | CLEAR | |
| 06 | Ice Boots / TKS SystemNOTE: Inspect leading edge boots for damage and TKS panels for blockage. | CHECKED | |
| 07 | Pitot / Static Ports | CLEAR - COVERS REMOVED | |
| 08 | Flight Controls | FREE & CORRECT | |
| 09 | Landing Gear | CHECKED |
PHS 3 — Before Start9 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | SET | |
| 02 | Battery Master | ON | |
| 03 | External Power (GPU) | CONNECTED / ON (IF AVAILABLE) | |
| 04 | AvionicsNOTE: Honeywell Apex system - allow full initialization before start. | ON | |
| 05 | AHRS / Air Data | ALIGNED | |
| 06 | Fuel Quantity | CONFIRMED ON GAUGES | |
| 07 | Engine Fire Handles | IN (NORMAL POSITION) | |
| 08 | Emergency Lights | ARMED | |
| 09 | Oxygen | CHECKED - PRESSURE ADEQUATE |
PHS 4 — Engine Start12 steps
| 01 | Power Lever | GROUND IDLE (GI) | |
| 02 | Propeller Lever | GROUND FINE | |
| 03 | Condition Lever | FUEL OFF / CUT-OFF | |
| 04 | Area Clear | CONFIRMED - CALL CLEAR PROP | |
| 05 | Starter / IgnitionNOTE: Select ignition to ON. Engage starter. Ng should begin rising within 3-4 seconds. | ENGAGE START | |
| 06 | Ng > 13%NOTE: Move condition lever to LOW IDLE when Ng reaches 13%. | CONDITION LEVER - LOW IDLE | |
| 07 | ITT RisingWARNING: Max ITT during start 1,000 deg C. Abort start if ITT exceeds limit or rises rapidly. | MONITOR | |
| 08 | Ng > 60% / Starter OffNOTE: Starter should auto-cut at approximately 60% Ng. Confirm cutout. | STARTER CUT-OUT | |
| 09 | Engine StabilizedNOTE: Allow engine to stabilize for 30 seconds before loading. | IDLE - Ng 70-75%, ITT 600-700 DEG C | |
| 10 | Oil PressureWARNING: If oil pressure not in green within 30 seconds, shut down immediately. | IN GREEN | |
| 11 | Generators | ON | |
| 12 | GPU | DISCONNECTED |
PHS 5 — After Start / Pre-Taxi10 steps
| 01 | Condition LeverNOTE: Advance condition lever to HIGH IDLE for taxi and run-up. | HIGH IDLE | |
| 02 | Flight Controls | FREE & CORRECT | |
| 03 | Flaps | SET FOR TAKEOFF (15 DEG TYPICAL) | |
| 04 | Trim | SET FOR TAKEOFF | |
| 05 | Pressurisation | SET | |
| 06 | Anti-Ice / De-Ice | AS REQUIRED | |
| 07 | Avionics / FMS | FLIGHT PLAN VERIFIED | |
| 08 | Altimeter | SET QNH | |
| 09 | Transponder | STBY | |
| 10 | Taxi Clearance | OBTAINED |
PHS 6 — Taxi4 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | RELEASE | |
| 02 | Brakes | CHECKED | |
| 03 | Taxi Speed | MAX 20 KTS | |
| 04 | Transponder | TA/RA |
PHS 7 — Run-Up6 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | SET | |
| 02 | Power LeverNOTE: PT6A run-up per AFM - typically moderate power for prop exercise. | ADVANCE TO 900 NM RUN-UP POSITION | |
| 03 | Propeller ExerciseNOTE: Pull prop lever from 100% to low RPM (1,600 RPM min), verify RPM drop, then full forward. | TWO CYCLES | |
| 04 | Generator Test | EACH GENERATOR CHECKED | |
| 05 | Engine Instruments | ALL IN GREEN | |
| 06 | Power Lever | GROUND IDLE |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff7 steps
| 01 | FlapsNOTE: 15 deg for normal takeoff. 0 deg for max performance short field. | 15 DEG (NORMAL) / 0 DEG (PERFORMANCE) | |
| 02 | Trim | SET FOR TAKEOFF | |
| 03 | Propeller | FULL FORWARD - 1,700 RPM | |
| 04 | Condition Lever | MAXIMUM | |
| 05 | V-SpeedsNOTE: Typical at MTOW: Vr 102 kts, Vy 130 kts (best rate climb), Vx 120 kts. | REVIEWED | |
| 06 | Lights | LANDING + STROBE ON | |
| 07 | Takeoff Clearance | RECEIVED |
PHS 9 — Takeoff4 steps
| 01 | Power LeverNOTE: Advance smoothly to maximum takeoff torque. PT6A-67P rated 1,200 shp. | ADVANCE TO TAKEOFF POWER | |
| 02 | Engine Instruments | TORQUE / ITT / Ng CHECK | |
| 03 | At Vr (102 KIAS)NOTE: Raise nose to 10-12 deg pitch attitude. | ROTATE | |
| 04 | Positive Climb | CONFIRMED - GEAR UP |
PHS 10 — Climb6 steps
| 01 | Flaps | RETRACT ABOVE 110 KIAS | |
| 02 | Climb PowerNOTE: Reduce from takeoff to MCT after clearing obstacles. | REDUCE TO MAX CONTINUOUS TORQUE | |
| 03 | Autopilot | ENGAGE | |
| 04 | Climb SpeedNOTE: Vy 130 kts for max rate of climb. | 130-150 KIAS | |
| 05 | Pressurisation | CHECK NORMAL CLIMB | |
| 06 | Anti-Ice | AS REQUIRED |
PHS 11 — Cruise5 steps
| 01 | Cruise LevelNOTE: PC-12 certified to FL300. Typical cruise FL250-FL280. | ESTABLISHED | |
| 02 | Cruise PowerNOTE: Typical cruise power setting for ~280-290 KTAS. | SET - 1,000-1,100 SHP | |
| 03 | Fuel Check | BALANCED AND WITHIN LIMITS | |
| 04 | Pressurisation | CHECKED - CABIN BELOW 8,000 FT | |
| 05 | Cruise Speed | ~280-290 KTAS AT CRUISE FL |
PHS 12 — Descent5 steps
| 01 | Destination ATIS | OBTAINED | |
| 02 | Approach Briefing | COMPLETE | |
| 03 | Altimeter | SET QNH AT TRANSITION LEVEL | |
| 04 | Descent Speed | BELOW VMO (240 KIAS) | |
| 05 | Landing Performance | CALCULATED |
PHS 13 — Approach8 steps
| 01 | Seat Belt Sign / Cabin | SECURED | |
| 02 | Anti-Ice | AS REQUIRED | |
| 03 | Flaps | EXTEND ON SCHEDULE | |
| 04 | Landing Gear | DOWN (BELOW 180 KIAS) | |
| 05 | FlapsNOTE: Select landing flap setting per conditions and performance. | FULL (30-40 DEG) | |
| 06 | VappNOTE: Typical Vapp at MLW approximately 95 kts. Add 1/2 gust factor. | ~95-98 KIAS (WEIGHT DEPENDENT) | |
| 07 | Landing Lights | ON | |
| 08 | Approach Checklist | COMPLETE |
PHS 14 — Landing5 steps
| 01 | Final | STABILIZED - ON VAPP | |
| 02 | FlareNOTE: Beta range available after touchdown for effective stopping. | SMOOTH - REDUCE POWER TO IDLE | |
| 03 | Power Lever | GROUND IDLE AT TOUCHDOWN | |
| 04 | Beta / ReverseNOTE: PT6A reverse pitch provides excellent stopping ability on short runways. | SELECT AS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Brakes | APPLY AS REQUIRED |
PHS 15 — After Landing7 steps
| 01 | Power Lever | GROUND IDLE (FORWARD OF GROUND IDLE) | |
| 02 | Flaps | RETRACT | |
| 03 | Landing Lights | OFF | |
| 04 | Strobe | OFF | |
| 05 | Anti-Ice | OFF | |
| 06 | Transponder | STBY | |
| 07 | Taxi Clearance | OBTAINED |
PHS 16 — Shutdown7 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | SET | |
| 02 | Engine Cool-DownNOTE: Allow PT6A to cool before shutdown. Do not shutdown from high power. | 3 MINUTES AT IDLE | |
| 03 | Condition Lever | FUEL OFF / CUT-OFF | |
| 04 | Engine | OFF - Ng TO ZERO | |
| 05 | Avionics | OFF | |
| 06 | All Electrics | OFF | |
| 07 | Battery Master | OFF |